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Massachusetts Motorcycle Permit Test

(From the 2018 Massachusetts motorcycle driver handbook)

Number of tests:	16
Number of questions:	25
Passing score:	18

Directions: To earn your motorcycle license in Massachusetts, you must pass a knowledge test and road test. The knowledge test consists of 25 questions. Each question has four answer choices. To pass, you must get a score of 18 or more. The knowledge test is available in Spanish. However, a manual is not available in Spanish. Road tests must be scheduled by the phone center or online. Road test appointments may not be made in person.

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1.

To swerve correctly:

Shift your weight quickly.
Turn the handlebars quickly.
Press the handgrip in the direction of the turn.
Press the handgrip in the direction opposite of the turn.

Explanation ▾

To execute a swerve, press the handgrip on the side of your desired turn. Press on the opposite handgrip to return to your original direction after you are clear of the hazard.

2.

Riding on the far side of a lane when following other vehicles:

Is recommended because you will be seen easily.
Is not recommended because drivers seldom use their side mirrors and may not see you.
Is recommended because a passenger in the vehicle may tell the driver that you are there.
Is illegal because you have to drive in the center portion of the lane.

Explanation ▾

Most drivers do not look at their side mirrors as often as they look at their rearview mirror. Therefore, when following a car, it is generally best to ride in the center portion of the lane where you are most likely to be visible in the driver's rearview mirror.

3.

Your lane position should:

Avoid other road users' blind spots.
Provide a good view of the shoulder.
Provide a poor view of road hazards.
Invite others to share your lane.

Explanation ▾

A properly chosen lane position should help you to see others and be seen by them. Avoid riding in another driver's blind spot for a long period of time.

4.

When approaching an object or uneven surface that you cannot avoid, you should:

Make sure the motorcycle is leaning to one side.
Speed up.
Swerve quickly.
Rise slightly off the seat to allow your legs to absorb the shock.

Explanation ▾

If you cannot avoid riding over an obstacle or uneven surface, you should approach it at as close to a 90-degree angle as you can. Slow down as much as possible, make sure that your motorcycle is straight up, and rise slightly off your seat so your joints can absorb some of the force of impact. Just before contact, roll on the throttle slightly to lighten the front end.

5.

A passenger on a motorcycle should:

Mount the motorcycle before the engine starts.
Mount the motorcycle after the engine starts.
Sit as close to the rear of the motorcycle as possible.
Hold onto the seat.

Explanation ▾

Passengers should get on a motorcycle only after the engine has been started and the transmission is put in neutral. They should sit as far forward as possible without hindering the operator's control of the motorcycle and should hold onto the operator's waist, hips, or belt.

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